Rising energy costs are accelerating investments in building automation, while technology providers are seeking to capitalize on this trend through integrated energy management platforms. In this context, Schneider Electric is promoting in Romania its SpaceLogic KNX solution, designed to control and optimize consumption in residential and commercial buildings.

The system is built on the international KNX standard, widely used in building automation, and enables the coordination of functions such as lighting, air conditioning, heating, shading, and security. The objective is to adjust energy consumption according to the actual use of spaces.

The company states that local implementations already completed, including in office buildings and hotels, have generated reductions in energy consumption and operating costs, although no concrete figures regarding savings have been disclosed. The main highlighted advantage is real-time consumption monitoring, which enables the rapid identification of energy-inefficient areas.

The technology responds to growing pressure on the real estate sector, especially in large commercial buildings where energy costs directly influence asset profitability. Automated lighting and occupancy-based climate control are already considered standard solutions in new office and retail projects.

Another relevant element is the open nature of the KNX protocol, which allows integration of equipment from multiple manufacturers and reduces dependence on a single technology provider.

In the long term, such platforms could become mandatory components of energy efficiency and ESG compliance strategies, especially in the context of European regulations regarding building consumption and emissions.